Biloela campaigner runs in Qld by-election
Home to Bilo campaigner Bronwyn Dendle will stand as the ALP's candidate in the by-election to replace Colin Boyce in the Queensland coalmining seat of Callide.
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Court told net on sunken boat’s propeller
A boat involved in a fatal marine incident on the Brisbane River was found with fishing net wrapped around the propeller, a court has heard.
Broncos put Haas contract talks on hold
Brisbane have announced they will resume contract negotiations with Payne Haas at the end of the season following his dramatic request for a release.
Manu buzzing for NRL fullback stint: Keary
Halfback Luke Keary says Joey Manu is excited to start at fullback this weekend with the Sydney Roosters losing James Tedesco to State of Origin duty.
Another bumper winter crop: Rabobank
Grain farmers are expected to plant a record winter crop, with increases in wheat and canola as markets look to Australia for supplies amid global shortages.
Small earthquake strikes north of Brisbane
A 2.9 magnitude inland earthquake has shaken parts of the Moreton Bay region, north of Brisbane.
Addo-Carr with ‘a point to prove’: Potter
Interim Canterbury coach Mick Potter says NSW's loss is Canterbury's gain as Josh Addo-Carr lines up to face Penrith with a point to prove on Friday night.
‘Different story’ as Munster eyes Origin
Pivotal five-eighth Cameron Munster admits he needs to show "he's worth the money" after a disappointing 2021 for Queensland and the Storm.
Star asked to give evidence at Qld inquiry
A Queensland parliamentary committee has asked Star Entertainment to make a submission to its inquiry on laws designed to crack down on money laundering.
NSW urged to reconsider megaprojects
The NSW government has been urged to reconsider its infrastructure 'megaprojects' as rising costs put a question mark over their benefit to the state.
Maguire safe pending Tigers NRL review
Wests Tigers chairman Lee Hagipantelis says the embattled club is awaiting a mid-season report before making a call on coach Michael Maguire.
Maroons’ aerial threat doesn’t scare NSW
Stocky NSW winger Brian To'o expects to be a focus of Queensland's attacking kicks and says he relishes the challenge of marking up on the tall Selwyn Cobbo.
Bennett joins Sam Burgess in coaching box
South Sydney premiership hero Sam Burgess is being linked to an assistant's role at the Dolphins after Wayne Bennett watched his side play in Coffs Harbour.
ASX edges lower, down 0.3 pct at noon
Most sectors of the Australian share market were modestly lower at midday, with tech stocks the worst laggards.
Embattled Bombers aim big in AFL review
Essendon president Paul Brasher has declared the Bombers can win an AFL premiership within three years as the embattled club embarks on a mid-season review.
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Electricity bills rise across Queensland
Electricity bills will rise across Queensland with analysts saying residents are being punished for the state's slow transition to renewables.
Union urges Qld Labor to review election
The Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union has urged the Labor Party to review its poor election result in Queensland.
‘Enough’ vaccines for free Vic flu program
Victoria will roll out a month-long free flu vaccine program in GPs and pharmacies this winter, with authorities confident there is enough stock to go around.
Morrison won’t be on frontbench: Dutton
Peter Dutton is putting the final touches to his frontbench lineup but it will not include Scott Morrison who is expected to retire before 2025.
More COVID-19 deaths across Australia
The latest figures across the nation show more than 50 people have died with COVID-19 in the most recent 24-hour reporting period.
Blues’ Campbell-Gillard no one-hit wonder
Recalled NSW forward Reagan Campbell-Gillard will be out to make the most of a second chance at State of Origin level in the opening game of the 2022 series.
Action but not laws on climate: Coalition
Senior Liberals and Nationals say laws are not needed to enshrine net-zero emissions by 2050, despite voters making climate a key issue at the polls.
COVID-19 delays Chris Dawson murder trial
The crown prosecutor in the murder trial of former teacher Chris Dawson has tested positive to COVID-19, delaying proceedings for seven days.
Now that’s a gambling debt: Crown Melbourne hit with record $80m fine
Crown Melbourne has been fined a record $80 million over a scheme that allowed the illegal transfer of funds from China.
Freo weigh up AFL or WAFL return for Fyfe
Fremantle captain Nat Fyfe is set to make his long-awaited comeback from injury this weekend, either at AFL or state league level.
Matilda Caitlin Foord in new Arsenal deal
Matildas forward Caitlin Foord has signed a new deal with English club Arsenal, and is optimistic of a trophy-laden future with the Gunners.
Swim girls ‘victims’, Brisbane man charged
A 51-year-old Brisbane man has been charged with multiple indecency offences, with the victims reportedly young female swimmers.
Neale better than in Brownlow year: Fagan
Brisbane star Lachie Neale is in better form this year than in his Brownlow Medal-winning AFL season, according to Lions coach Chris Fagan.
Davidson returns to do job for Socceroos
Having played a crucial role in Melbourne Victory's A-League Men's revival, Jason Davidson is eyeing a similar success story on his Socceroos return.
Nanai’s aerial threat adds to Qld bench
High-flying, try-scoring teenager Jeremiah Nanai will add an aerial threat to Queensland's bench in the State of Origin opener.
Labor to claim Gilmore, win 77 seats
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's government will take the NSW electorate of Gilmore, meaning it will govern with 77 of 151 House of Representatives seats.